Who We Are? Our Mission and Vision

Mission

The Duquesne University Small Business Development Center (SBDC) offers no-cost, confidential consulting services and training workshops in southwestern Pennsylvania to empower entrepreneurs and small business owners with the knowledge they need to start, grow, and prosper.

Vision

Our vision is to turn dreams into sustainable businesses.

Our Values

• Integrity in our actions and decisions
• Continuous improvement
• Innovation in our processes and delivery of services
• Respect and professionalism
• Collaboration with others
• Excellence in client relationships

What We Believe

• Impact - Delivering proven services that contribute to long-term success.
• Entrepreneurial Culture - Fostering an entrepreneurial culture, which will enhance our clients' reputation through community outreach; student and faculty engagement; experiential learning; and student recruitment.
• Community Engagement - Contributing to the vitality of the local economy by connecting constituents to elected officials, and provide opportunities for community visibility.

Areas We Serve



Main Office

Pittsburgh/Allegheny County
600 Forbes Ave, Rockwell Hall 108
Pittsburgh PA, 15282

Outreach Offices

• Allegheny County/Coraopolis Community Development Corporation
• Allegheny County/Moon Twp Pgh Airport Area Chamber of Commerce
• Allegheny County/South Side Chamber of Commerce
• Allegheny County/Wexford North Regional Chamber of Commerce
• Beaver County Chamber of Commerce
• Butler County Community Development Corporation
• Lawrence County Regional Chamber of Commerce
• Washington County Peters Chamber of Commerce